Deaccession of Native American artifacts associated with the Morongo Band of Mission Indians
Summary
The board was set to consider removing 44 objects from the museum's permanent collection, including 33 potsherds and 11 baskets associated with the Morongo Band of Mission Indians. Deaccessions of Native American materials often relate to repatriation processes.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jul 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
The disposition could support cultural repatriation interests of the Morongo Band of Mission Indians if that is the outcome.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Museum of Riverside Board — July 9, 2026
The museum holds 44 objects — 33 potsherds and 11 baskets — associated with the Morongo Band of Mission Indians, and the board has now voted to recommend returning them. It's a step in the repatriation of culturally significant items to the tribe.
Museum of Riverside Board — June 24, 2026
The board was set to consider removing 44 objects from the museum's permanent collection, including 33 potsherds and 11 baskets associated with the Morongo Band of Mission Indians. Deaccessions of Native American materials often relate to repatriation processes.
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